Description
Indulge in a slice of sunshine with this Pineapple Pound Cake Recipe, a tropical twist on the classic dessert that will brighten any occasion. This moist and flavorful cake combines the sweetness of crushed pineapple with a buttery base, creating an irresistible treat perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or simply as a delightful snack. Enjoy it plain for a simple pleasure, or elevate your presentation with whipped cream and fresh fruit. This recipe is straightforward enough for beginner bakers, ensuring delicious results every time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract gently.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg